Billie Bonario Obituary

Bonario
Billie Frances (Fran) Bonario , born January 13, 1936 to Hannah Clute Allen and Aubrey Allen, died peacefully Saturday surrounded by her entire family's loving embrace. Fran fought a courageous battle with lung cancer, and despite her struggle she never lost her sharp sense of humor. She maintained a sense of dignity and compassion to the very end.
Fran was the beloved wife of Roy Bonario, Sr. for 51 years, and was a loving mother to daughters Donna Viramontes and husband Robert, Debbie and former husband Buddy Martin, Cindy and husband Ken Barnfield, and only son Roy Bonario, Jr. and wife Denise. "Nanny" is survived by her ten living grandchildren: Anna Chuter and husband Vince Jr., Daniel Viramontes, Michael and Thomas Martin, Brady, Sarah, Sean and Elizabeth Bonario, Cody Bonario and Ryan Barfield. Nanny was predeceased by granddaughter Michelle Sorrell, who is now in her loving arms for the first time.
Fran is also survived by her brother Don Allen, wife Theresa, their daughters, Wendy Sharp and Lisa Allen, and their families. Special cousin Jean Allen and many relatives and friends whom she adored. Honorary sons Jimmy Williams and Eric Voute. Honorary granddaughters Clara Olivo, Denisse Gonzales, Dani Ruiz and Ember Pruitt. Honorary grandson Jamarcus Williams. Special family friends Ann Thaemer and Vince Chuter Sr.
Fran was a devout Christian, and prayed daily for everyone on her long prayer list. She was a graduate of Reagan High School and was by her very essence an intelligent businesswoman. Forever making plans, she was planning to write a book about the many colorful jobs she held since her teenage years. A firm believer in a lifetime of learning, Fran attended Houston Community College and was currently studying to become fluent in Spanish.
Fran was utterly devoted to her family, and had an overpowering zest for life. She had tremendous compassion for the poor and the sick, and never met a stranger. She loved her cats Emo and Brownie; they brought her lots of laughter and joy. She loved her flower garden, watching mysteries, and was an avid reader. Her intellectual curiosity knew no bounds.
Visitation will be held at Veterans Funeral Service, 10567 Veteran's Memorial Dr., (281-272-9900) on Thursday, December 2nd, from 5-8 PM, with the Rosary at 7 PM. Funeral Mass on Friday, December 3rd at Noon, St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 501 Tidwell. Internment to follow at Forest Park Lawndale. Reception to be held at St. Charles in the Parish Hall following the internment.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Dec. 2, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Billie Bonario

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ken barnfield

December 23, 2010

Fran you know how much I loved you.Im putting this message as one of the kids in the neighborhood not your son in law.Each of us had a sense of security knowing you always had our back.You gave us a safe haven when alot of us were lost and would of romed the streets and got in real trouble without you.I will take care of your baby until the day we reunite with our Lord.I will miss you until then love ken

December 4, 2010

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry that I was out of town and missed the services. If there is anything that I can do please call me. Love and God Bless, Joyce Vento Coles

December 3, 2010

You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
CeCe Provenzano-Grimes {Matthew and Julie's daughter}

Dena Cooper

December 3, 2010

I will forever be grateful to Fran for all the things she did for Buddy and I while we were growing up. I remember so many great times with her as she lugged us from here to there. She also spent many hours counseling & consoling me or helping me to get out of some predicament I'd gotten myself into. Debbie has been my best friend forever and the relationship that Fran and her shared will live with me forever. Family was always her priority as well as anyone in need. Fran to me is what a true Christian looks like. Although I did not see her much over the last couple of years, there hasn't been a day go by that I do not think of her. She was a shining light in my darkest days growing up. I will miss her so much and am so grateful Michael and Thomas were able to truly know her and what she was about and also that John Michael, Zachary & Dylan were able to meet her. Her laughter will fill my heart forever because I truly loved and respected her! Fran was the most selfless people I have ever met and it has definately infiltrated into her family which I love very much. I am so grateful I knew her and I am proud to say she was and is part of my family forever.

December 2, 2010

I have so many childhood memories of Fran that have been carried on to my adult life. Fran was like a second Mother to me growing up; she did everything with Cindy and I. Whether it was taking us to Paper Etc. and Birraporettis’s, The Victorian in Galveston or concerts as teenagers and everything in between, Fran was up for it. It seems every time I tell my kids a story of something Cindy and I did, it always involved Fran. I will always cherish the Birthday phone calls every year from Fran. I can still hear her say “Ally, it’s Fran, I’m really busy and don’t have much time to talk, but I wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday”, that meant so much to me. She will forever be in my heart. I love you Fran.
Allyson

December 2, 2010

Angela Emmitte Tripp

December 2, 2010

You're all in our thoughts and prayers during this difflicult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Fran is no longer suffering and is now watching over you and every one of you.

Angela, Richard & Justin Tripp
She has definately left a wonderful legacy.

December 2, 2010

mom, i really miss your company in the morning while i'm drinking my tea, the cats come in and look confused because they want to jump up in the bed with you like they did every morning, but the bed is gone. you are not here physically with me, but you are spiritually in every room of this house, swirling around with the smoke of the incense. your laughter is in the air, your pain is gone, and the only memories which remain are the good times. you are reunited with your parents, one of the aspects of this situation that brings me great comfort. no doubt having a cup of coffee in heaven! you are holding my daughter for the very first time, and it's been a long time so give her a kiss for me. we are struggling but getting by, and committed to the peace in our family which you so desired. i love you. deb

December 2, 2010

My heartfelt sorrow for you and your family at this time in your lives. I know none of you personally, yet feel like I would have been a friend of your Mothers. My great claim to fame is I am a character, just like my mother and grandmother both probably getting to know your Mother. God Bless them all and in these trying times us as well.
Deborah Williams Mesa, Arizona

December 2, 2010

Roy, I will remember Fran as being so kind and each time we talked I could feel the faith she had. She did fight a courageous battle and amazed me with her sense of humor. I just wish she and I could have found each other years ago as I know we would have had fun together. I feel blessed she and I came together and enjoy the time we did have sharing pictures and stories of our family and childhood. I’ll miss her and our long phone conversations.

Love, Janice Graham Santopolo

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